Certified Medical Assistant — Patient Care & EHR Focus

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc.; Douglas (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A well respected Community HealthCenter is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to provide direct patient care and customer service. You will assist providers during patient visits, interview patients, and prepare rooms.

You will collect specimens, assist with medications, document in the EHR, and help discharge patients. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a Medical Assistant diploma or equivalent training, CPR certification, and a valid fingerprint clearance card.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or completed a United States Armed Forces medical services training program required.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Any combination of education and work experience that meets the necessary skills required will be considered.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid fingerprint clearance card required.
• Certified Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Must have reliable transportation that can meet any operational reassignments of the organization during the workday.
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance may be required if driving during workhours and/or if requesting mileage reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers during preparation and provision of patient visit.
• Interview patients and obtain reason for visit.
• Prepare rooms and process specimens.
• Administer medications when required.
• Document in electronic health record and ensure accurate patient discharge.
• Facilitate communication between internal and external customers.

Skills

Direct patient care

Customer service

Electronic health record

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma or training program

CPR certification

Job description

A well respected Community HealthCenter is seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) to provide direct patient care and customer service. You will assist providers during patient visits, interview patients, and prepare rooms.

You will collect specimens, assist with medications, document in the EHR, and help discharge patients. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a Medical Assistant diploma or equivalent training, CPR certification, and a valid fingerprint clearance card.